Chapter 381

Chapter 381

Sherilyn sat frozen, a storm of emotions having just passed, leaving her in a state of

maybe? Playing the role of a shield was never easy,

confusion. He’s gone. Gone for?

especially having to watch Gilbert and his… sister–in–law get all flirty. Ugh.

She rested her hand gentl

on her stomach, whispering a silent prayer. If only some divine intervention could grant her wish to bear a child! Watching Gilbert and Caroline exchanging glances filled with affection was more than she could bear.

Downstairs, Gilbert hadn’t managed to shake off his foul mood.

Caroline noticed immediately. Taking his jacket from him, she flashed a sly grin. “Did leaving me here get her all worked up?”

“No,” Gilbert replied, shaking his head, though feeling an uncomfortable tightness in his

chest.

be? I knew you long before she was even born. Why should she be upset? She’s not your wife. Even if

only added to Gilbert’s

should head to bed,” he

annoyed with her, or was he just eager to console Sherilyn? Gripping the

“Gilbert, oh, Gilbert.”

:

Without turning on the light, he laid down beside her and

Sherilyn could smell his cologne mixed with a hint of antiseptic.

couldn’t help but speak, “Can you… maybe sleep in the guest room tonight?”

letting go, Gilbert pulled her closer. “This

abruptly. “Just for tonight,

on the bedside lamp. His face

you plan

she replied, taking a deep

11:22

I can’t

sniffed at his pajama top. I don’t smell

to notice your own

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